President Biden has proposed a $400 billion investment over eight years in home and community-based services to address the needs of older adults and people with disabilities who require long-term care. Advocates see this as an opportunity to strengthen the framework of services for vulnerable individuals, particularly in light of the shortcomings highlighted by the coronavirus pandemic. However, the proposal faces challenges, including concerns about cost and political support. While it doesn't address all the needs, it aims to expand access to home-based care and improve the workforce that provides these services. Click here for article.
President Biden's proposal aims to invest $400 billion over eight years in home and community-based services to support older adults and people with disabilities.
Advocates view this as a historic opportunity to strengthen the long-term care system, especially in light of the challenges highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The proposal faces challenges related to its cost and political support, but it seeks to expand access to home-based care and improve caregiver wages and benefits.
Additional reforms, such as tax credits for caregivers and expanding Medicare's home health benefit, may be needed to address gaps in the current system and ensure comprehensive support for vulnerable populations.
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